Firm Offer to Sell

Definition

A firm offer to sell must:

1. Be from a licensed California retail auto dealer

2. Be in writing on that dealer's letterhead and include that dealer's contact information

3. Be for a vehicle in that dealer's inventory

4. Provide the vehicle's VIN, year, make, model, miles and condition

5. Itemize loan characteristics including amount borrowed, down payment, term, interest rate and monthly payment

6. Itemize all aftermarket products

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